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AI ECG for Valvular Disease and Diastolic Function Guest: Jae Oh, M.D. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D. In this episode of “Interview With the Experts,” Dr. Kyle Klarich interviews Dr. Jae Oh on the use of AI ECG in his practice. ECG is widely available and standardized. AI ECG can be used for screening important left heart conditions and helpful in identifying asymptomatic patients with significant diastolic dysfunction or aortic stenosis. AI ECG can be a useful prognostic parameter when applied approp...
Preconception Counseling for High-Risk Women Guest: Katie Young, M.D. Guest: Carl Rose, M.D. Host: Marysia Tweet, M.D. Preconception counseling for high-risk women focuses on identifying and optimizing cardiovascular, metabolic, and medical conditions before pregnancy to reduce maternal and fetal risk. This podcast highlights risk stratification, medication review, and delivery planning considerations that can meaningfully improve pregnancy and postpartum outcomes. Topics Discussed: Core compone...
Common Scenarios in ACHD Guest: Maan Jokhadar, M.D. Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D. In this third and final episode discussing ACHD, Drs. Bell and Jokhadar review practical management considerations for adults with congenital heart disease, focusing on common conditions encountered in general cardiology and primary care. The discussion highlights bicuspid aortic valve disease and associated aortopathy, repaired tetralogy of Fallot and coarctation of the aorta, prosthetic valve management, anticoagulati...
Menorrhagia Management in Women with Cardiovascular Disease Guest: Shannon Laughlin-Tommaso, M.D. Host: Marysia Tweet, M.D., M.S. Heavy menstrual bleeding is a condition that occurs before menopause and can be caused by both hormonal and structural conditions, like fibroids or adenomyosis. There are many medical and procedural options for treating bleeding which are safe in women with CVD. Although hysterectomy is a definitive option for HMB, it can increase risks of CVD in young women. Topics D...
This episode provides a vital primer for primary care providers on managing adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) patients. Drs. Bell and Jokhadar discuss the necessity of specialist referrals, how to locate ACHD clinics, and critical symptoms that demand attention. They also share practical tips to prevent common pitfalls and ensure effective care for this unique patient population.
Pacing and Defibrillation Without Leads Guest: Nicholas Tan, M.D. Host: Anthony Kashou, M.D. In this episode, listeners will hear about the history of pacemakers and defibrillators, both with and without leads. Potential risks and complications associated with transvenous cardiac devices are discussed. The listener should gain an awareness of leadless pacing and extravascular defibrillator systems. Topics Discussed: What are some of the risks associated with transvenous device implants? What is ...
The Hospitalized ACHD Patient Guest: Maan Jokhadar, M.D. Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D. This is the first of three episodes on adult congenital heart disease. Adults with congenital heart disease are often admitted for a wide range of cardiac and non-cardiac issues, many of which carry unique management considerations. This episode emphasizes the importance of early ACHD consultation, especially in patients with cyanosis or prior complex repairs, and why even “simple” lesions deserve careful attention...
Does Lifestyle Affect Pregnancy and Congenital Birth Defects? Guest: Katie Young, M.D. Guest: Carl Rose, M.D. Host: Marysia Tweet, M.D., M.S. Lifestyle choices before and during pregnancy can shape both maternal cardiovascular risk and fetal development. In this podcast, we explore how lifestyle factors before and during pregnancy influence maternal cardiovascular health and pregnancy outcomes. Topics Discussed: If a woman wishes to become pregnant, what can she do to minimize risk of adverse ev...
Gene Therapy and Genetic Cardiomyopathies Guest: John Giudicessi, M.D., Ph.D. Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D. In this podcast, listeners will learn what gene therapy is and the types of genes therapies under development for an array of genetically mediated cardiovascular disorders. In addition, active and upcoming gene therapy clinical trials for the treatment of specific arrhythmogenic, dilated, hypertrophic and restrictive cardiomyopathy genotypes will be discussed. Topics Discussed: What is gene the...
Leadless Pacemakers and Extravascular ICDs Guest: Alan M. Sugrue, M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O. Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D. This episode of “Interviews With the Experts” explores how leadless pacemakers and extravascular ICDs are redefining device therapy by minimizing lead- and pocket-related complications while expanding options for patients with complex anatomy or infection risk. Listeners will learn how these systems differ from traditional transvenous technologies, review key data on safety and effica...
Translating the DGA Into Real-World Cardiometabolic Care Guest: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D. Host: Kyla M. Lara-Breitinger, M.D., M.H.S. In this third episode roundtable, Dr. Lara Breitinger and Dr. Steve Kopecky examine what the DGAs get right—and where they fall short—for cardiovascular risk, from their emphasis on whole-food patterns to ongoing gaps around food processing, nutrient oversimplification, and sustainability messaging. They share how they translate the guidelines into real-world cardi...
Applications of the New DGA Guest: Tara Schmidt, RDN, LD Host: Kyla Lara-Breitinger, M.D., M.H.S. Every five years, new dietary guidelines for Americans are put out by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030 (10th edition) was recently published in early 2026 and has sparked some controversy with not only its visual icon, but some of its emphases as well. In this second episode reviewing the...
Dietary Guidelines of America: What Changed, What Didn’t, and Why it Matters Guest: Dariush Mozaffarian, M.D., Dr.P.H. Host: Kyla Lara-Breitinger, M.D., M.H.S. The release of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans has sparked important conversations across medicine, public health, and clinical practice. In this three-episode Interview with the Experts mini-series, Mayo Clinic preventive cardiologist Dr. Kyla Lara-Breitinger brings clarity to what the guidelines mean for patients and clinicians...
Conduction System Pacing Guest: Nicholas Tan, M.D., M.S. Host: Anthony Kashou, M.D. In this episode of the “ECG Making Waves” segment of Mayo Clinic’s cardiovascular podcast series “Interviews with the Experts,” Dr. Nicholas Tan joins us to discuss conduction system pacing. The listener will hear about the basics and rationale of conduction system pacing, as well as clinical scenarios where it should be considered. Topics Discussed: How does conduction system pacing (or CSP) differ from conventi...
AI Detection of Cardiac Amyloidosis Guest: Patricia Pellikka, M.D. Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D. Dr. Patricia Pellikka dives into the AI model she helped build. Working with an AI echo company, Ultromics Ltd., her team built an AI echo model to detect cardiac amyloidosis. The model works from an apical 4 chamber videoclip and was approved by the FDA via the breakthrough pathway. They have validated it internationally in a population with 22% prevalence of cardiac amyloidosis and it had a sensitivity ...
Clopidogrel Monotherapy in Chronic Coronary Artery Disease Guest: Keri Zieminski, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D. This episode of Mayo Clinic’s “Interviews With the Experts” will give an overview of clopidogrel monotherapy in patients with chronic CAD that are not on anticoagulation. Discussion will include why there has been a shift towards redefining antiplatelet medical therapy for this patient population, brief overview of recent trials, and how to manage a patient on clopido...
Global Practices in Cardiac Imaging for Cardiac Sarcoidosis Guest: Tahir Kafil, M.D. Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D. Cardiac imaging is a cornerstone in the diagnostic work-up and management of cardiac sarcoidosis. However, indications and use of advanced cardiac imaging vary from institution to institution, and even between providers at the same institution. We conducted an international Delphi consensus study of 89 global experts in cardiac sarcoidosis to evaluate real-world clinical practices and ...
Anticoagulation Monotherapy in Patients with Chronic Coronary Artery Disease and Atrial Fibrillation Guest: Keri Zieminski, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D. This episode of Mayo Clinic’s “Interviews With the Experts” will give an overview of anticoagulation monotherapy in patients with chronic CAD and atrial fibrillation. Discussion will include a brief overview of recently published trials that highlight the use of anticoagulation monotherapy in chronic CAD with atrial fibrillati...
Updated Guidelines for Perioperative Cardiovascular Management for Noncardiac Surgery Guest: Michael Cullen, M.D. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D. This episode of Mayo Clinic’s “Interviews With the Experts” reviews the assessment of patients with known or suspected cardiovascular disease undergoing noncardiac surgery. Dr. Michael Cullen discusses recommendations from 2024 ACC/AHA perioperative guidelines regarding medication management before and after noncardiac surgery, including recommendations for a...
Obesity, Hypertension, and Risk Factors in Terms of Prevention and Decreasing the Risk of HfpEF Guest: Affan Irfan, M.D., Ph.D. Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D. HFpEF is a type of heart failure where the heart pumps normally but becomes stiff. This leads to fatigue, shortness of breath, and fluid retention. It is closely linked to obesity, hypertension, and metabolic disorders, with cases rising as these conditions become more common. Topics Discussed: What is HFpEF and its risk factors? How commo...
Aortic Regurgitation: Beyond the Valve Guest: Vidhu Anand, M.B.B.S. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D. In this episode of Mayo Clinic’s “Interviews With the Experts,” Dr. Klarich and Dr. Anand discuss evolving approaches to assessing left ventricular remodeling in chronic aortic regurgitation. Dr. Vidhu Anand discusses research showing that LV volumes, global longitudinal strain, and myocardial fibrosis can detect dysfunction earlier than traditional guideline thresholds. Listeners can expect to better un...
Presentation, Evaluation, and Management of Premature Ventricular Contractions Guest: Alan M. Sugrue, M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D. In this episode, Dr. Anthony Kashou and Dr. Alan Sugrue cover a practical, evidence-based approach to premature ventricular contractions (PVCs), from incidental findings to high-burden, high-risk presentations. Listeners will gain tools to differentiate benign from pathologic PVCs, understand when to monitor versus refer, and recognize the role o...
Tricuspid Regurgitation: New Insights and Implications for Clinical Practice Guest: Vidhu Anand, M.B.B.S. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D. This episode of Mayo Clinic’s “Interviews With the Experts,” explores new insights into tricuspid regurgitation and its implications for clinical practice. Dr. Vidhu Anand discusses the dynamic nature of TR, its impact on prognosis, and the importance of close monitoring even when the condition appears to improve. The conversation highlights evolving guideline consid...
Drs. Stephen Kopecky and Sharonne Hayes tackle prevalent cardiovascular diet myths, clarifying how trans fats still sneak into foods and the true impact of dietary cholesterol on blood LDL levels, especially when combined with saturated fats. They also reveal the surprising cardiovascular risks associated with certain artificial sweeteners like erythritol, and emphasize how ultra-processed foods can accelerate the aging process and increase inflammation, urging listeners to be vigilant about food choices.
Evolving Treatment Landscape in Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis Guest: Rosalyn Adigun, M.D., Pharm.D. Host: S. Allen Luis, M.B.B.S., Ph.D. In this episode of Mayo Clinic’s “Interviews With the Experts,” Dr. Allen Luis interviews Dr. Rosalyn Adigun on transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis. Listeners will come away with a detailed overview of the evolution of treatment options for patient diagnosed with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, highlighting historical perspectives, early registration st...
Radiation Therapy and its Effect on the Heart and Cardiac Devices Guest: Nicholas Tan, M.D., M.S. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D. Mayo Clinic electrophysiologist Dr. Nicholas Tan joins Dr. Anthony Kashou on this episode of “ECG Making Waves” to discuss how radiation therapy can impact the heart and heart rhythm. After listening to this podcast, listeners will have developed awareness of the complexities behind managing cardiac devices in cancer patients. Topics Discussed: What effect does radiatio...
When to Consider Intervention for Peripheral Arterial Disease Guest: Stan Henkin, M.D. Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D. Although optimal medical therapy is key to decrease the risk of major adverse cardiac events in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD), lower extremity arterial revascularization also plays an important role in management of symptoms and prevention of amputation. Thus, it is important to recognize the optimal timing for patient to be referred for lower extremity arterial revascu...
Heart Healthy Diet: How to Evaluate Your Patients Guest: Kyla Lara-Breitinger, M.D. Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D. Nutrition counseling plays a vital role in cardiovascular care, and even brief conversations can make a meaningful impact. Rapid dietary screeners offer a practical way to assess how heart healthy a patient’s eating pattern is, helping providers initiate valuable discussions. While no single cardioprotective diet stands above the rest, emphasizing reduced intake of ultra-processed f...
2024 Peripheral Arterial Guidelines: What’s New Guest: Stan Henkin, M.D. Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D. The new iteration of ACC/AHA/AACVPR/APMA/ABC/SCAI/SVM/SVN/SVS/SIR/VESS Guideline for the Management of Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease came out in 2024, providing multiple new recommendations for the management of lower extremity peripheral artery disease (PAD) as compared to the 2016 PAD Guideline. These recommendations were made in light of multiple new trials since the prior guideline, ...
Patients Struggling With SVT/AVNRT and Catheter Ablation Guest: Christopher DeSimone, M.D., Ph.D. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D. In this episode, Dr. Anthony Kashou and Dr. Christopher DeSimone dive into the challenges patients face with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) and atrioventricular nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT). They explore treatment options ranging from medications to catheter ablation, highlighting how these approaches aim to improve quality of life. Listeners will learn what ...
